Sitting in the scenic mountains of East Tennessee, Pigeon Forge has been a popular vacation destination for families for almost a century. Pigeon Forge lies only 30 miles from Knoxville, Tennessee's third-largest city, and features popular attractions like Dollywood--a theme park owned by Dolly Parton--as well as numerous museums, restaurants and outdoor activities. As one would expect, there are numerous family-friendly motels in Pigeon Forge.
The Best Western Toni Inn is a large motel that features many family-sized rooms. The picturesque lodge sits in the heart of town and is only a short drive away from the Great Smoky Mountain National Park Welcome Center, an outlet mall, golf courses, Dollywood, and the rest of Pigeon Forge's attractions. Families will appreciate that the Toni is within walking distance to Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede, a popular restaurant with entertainment for all ages. The rooms themselves boast fireplaces, cable televisions, queen and king size beds, and small refrigerators. There are also three pools and three whirlpools. The motel also specializes in supplying lodging for big groups and families, and offers discounts to many local attractions.
The Best Western Toni Inn
3810 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
865- 453-9058
www.bwtoniinn.com
If you are interested in a motel with many on-site entertainment options, look no further than the Riverchase Motel. The Riverchase is perhaps best known for its multiple indoor and outdoor water slides, which are sure to keep the kids happy. It is centrally located and only steps from places to eat, buy groceries or grab some ice cream. You can also hop on the Pigeon Forge Trolley, which will take you to Dollywood, a water park, and other locations. The rooms, remodeled in 2006, feature many modern amenities, and the motel also has suites that feature separate kitchens and living rooms and are well suited for families.
The Riverchase Motel
3709 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
888- 754-3316
riverchasemotel.net
The Colonial House Motel is well suited for families. It is in downtown Pigeon Forge, a short drive from popular attractions and just a short stroll from the historic Old Mill. The motel has private balconies, an indoor pool, an outdoor pool with a 60-foot water slide, and oversized rooms for families. The king suites each feature a Jacuzzi, a fireplace, a microwave and a refrigerator.
The Colonial House Motel
3545 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
800- 662-5444
colonialhousemotel.com
